Hot Damn! Monif C's Holiday Line

I know it seems a little early to be thinking of holiday glitz and glam, but for it's never too early to drool over it.  You may be thinking, "When do I need a dress this formal?" or "I already own enough dresses." Nonsense!!
When you find something luxurious and sexy, get it while you can because you may never find something like it again. Admittedly, I have a problem. I am a dress-a-holic. I own more than I know what to do with but that never seems to stop me. If I find one that looks incredible, I get it and sometime even throw a black tie party for New Years in order to revel in that glamour. Holiday dressing with rich fabrics, long lengths, and sequins will make you feel undeniably special and that, my foxy ladies, is priceless.

 Monif C unveiled their Sex and The City inspired holiday cocktail dresses today and it made me swoon enough to maybe pre-order something. I also loved the way Monif C displays the collection. This model in the sequin dress signifies everything I am trying to accomplish with Foxy Roxy: a strong, sexy, diva, glamazon attitude no matter what the scale says.  Named after Samantha Jones, it embodies her signature "F**k you, I'm Fabulous!" persona.

"Samantha" sequin dress, $268

"Miranda", $208

The asymmetrical-hem and V-neck of the "Miranda" gown will show a peek of sexy leg while still being bra-friendly. I love the shape of this gown so much that I think I have to get it and maybe find ways to dress it down with a wide belt and boots.

The "Carrie" dress is awesome and reminds me of her famous "corsage" dress from the first movie poster. Sadly, I rarely look good in ruffles but I am going to go try it on. The one-strap on the side, again, means bra-friendly and a tulip skirt will cover any damage those holiday meals did to your waistline.

Last but not least is the "Charlotte" dress. It is exactly what you'd want from Charlotte York. Classic and sophisticated, but when you fill it out with your sexy curves, it turns into pin-up-meets-Park Avenue. A wonderful combo for corporate holiday parties or grown-up dates at Lincoln Center with your man.

"Charlotte", $238

"Carrie", $228

 Thank you Monif C for bringing us fashion-crazed curvy chicks some silver-screen Sex and The City style! What a luscious line!! Bravo!

Operation Gowns: Seeking Styles Between Prom and Mother of the Bride

It's Fall gala season in New York and that means the most formal of black tie gowns that are fit to rub elbows with all of the most famous names in town. Today's challenge is especially daunting:  to find a long gown for plus size ladies that is not mother-of-the-bride-looking , nor tacky-prom-looking. This was a bit harder than I had hoped since most of the "formal" looks are cocktail length or made of pretty cheap material.   No strapless cupcake dresses or chiffon skirt suits here either! A great one stop shop for gowns is Edressme.com but some of the custom gowns by Jovani, Terani and Faviana (though the BEST and most couture-looking) are expensive and take several weeks. I wanted to put together a list of red-carpet gala-worthy looks that have real quality and can fit any size AND budget. Check these out:


Rhinestone waist gown (many colors), Pacific Plex on Amazon, $169

Sears, Evanese, $94 more colors

igigi.com, "Belladonna", $210

Kiyonna.com, "Annalisa" lace gown, $288

Unique-vintage.com, Night Moves, $247

Macys, Ruby Rox, $59

Macys, Ruby Rox, $109

Macys, Trixxi, $79

Unique-vintage.com, $89

JCrew, "Evie" Gown, More colors, $350

Vera Wang for David's Bridal, (more colors)

Unique-vintage.com, $198

Big Apple Style for Big Curves

How to look and feel fabulous…when you are larger than a sample size

Welcome to Foxy Roxy!!  First off, this is the first post and think we should get acquainted. I am a twenty-something girl living in Midtown Manhattan with a successful career in politics and a passion for fashion. With holiday parties, charity galas, and winter nights on the town with my friends, this size-18 girl is always looking for new show-stopping ways to express my inner fashionista.

In New York City, where every sidewalk feels like a runway, your average plus-size mall fashions just won’t cut it. For the longest time, I found my couture-loving self frustrated with the usually frumpy, ill-fitting and cheap polyester 12+ options out there. So, I have dedicated my spare time- what little I have of it- to seeking out the chicest must-haves for any big city girl with the big curves to match! Because let’s face it – though we may be bigger than the girls in Cosmo - we are fierce, smart, sexy, edgy and chic!

So this is for young women everywhere who crave a taste of the luxurious, glamorous “Sex in the City” style – at every budget and every size!

The List

Not your mother’s shapewear. Whether your type is the Downtown banker or the East Village rocker, this sexy underpinning is sure to impress – both with and without the dress on! Here are some body briefers that slim and contour without risking an embarrassing Bridget Jones moment.

LACE TEDDIE, http://www.hourglassangel.com/teddie

DIVINE OUTLINE by Gok Wan,  www.simplybe.ie

Some chic and unique pieces to jazz up your wardrobe and make even the Fashion Week crowd jealous:

Head over the bridge to Brooklyn for Lee Lee’s Valise, a hip little boutique featuring the hottest clothes from plus-size couture designers like Anna Scholz. Not in NYC? Cruise the plus-size fashions at www.shopstyle.com

MILITARY JACKET, $49.95 and LACE RUFFLE COAT $59.95, www.chicstar.com

The LBD for all occasions; David Meister, www.bloomingdales.com 

Need something red-carpet worthy?

Try something like a long stunner by Terani Couture or Janique, www.edressme.com 

And remember, don’t shy away from the designer labels just because they don’t carry “plus”. A lot of the big names go to a 16 and have knitwear, capes and caftans that will skim your curves.

Shoes! I don’t need to tell you ladies that a great pair of heels can really give your outfit and your attitude a real boost. Glam embellishments and a practical platform really do the trick. Some of my favorites : “Posh” chain sandals by Jeffery Campbell, $165, www.davidz.com

Black Knee-high boots by Naturalizer, $87, www.zappos.com (search for extended sizes for wide calf boots)

The best way to look and feel like a million bucks is with a few choice haute couture accessories like the new “it” bag or slick shades. If you have the cash, invest in a quality designer piece or try out all the latest looks by renting them at www.bagborroworsteal.com

            Go get’em, gals!